ROLE:Associate Director / Director, Fund Accounting REPORTING TO:Country Head ABOUT HIGHVERN The Highvern group is a leading, independent professional services firm specialising in offering high-end bespoke services to the private capital fund sector. ROLE PURPOSE: The role holder will be a member of the senior management team assisting in successfully driving this business in the marketplace and ensuring that the business operates in compliance with local regulatory requirements and policy requirements at all times. The role holder will have significant expertise in Regulated Fund Administration for Alternative Investment Funds and will lead a team to deliver our services to the highest standard. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: Oversee the Fund Accounting function, provide guidance and otherwise assist the Fund Administration team in performance of their duties, including NAV reviews Assist/support the directors in the development of a market-leading funds proposition on facilitating brand recognition and interest amongst target clients Assist the Directors in optimizing use of our technology platform, including detailed input into capability in support of process efficiency, quality of output and proposition extension. Assist with establishing new structures and transitioning switch business in accordance with our streamlined approach. Oversee the preparation of financial statements, specialised investor and other reporting (varying complexity) within client / regulatory timescales. Provide proactive query management and resolution for items raised by colleagues, clients, their advisors and auditors. Assist the Directors in maintaining book-keeping and accounting policies, procedures & controls that underpin service excellence and efficiency. Provision of exceptional service levels and client experience for clients and related parties throughout the client life-cycle. Assist with the maintenance and development of client and advisor relationships, demonstrating responsiveness, in depth knowledge of clients structures and market awareness. Act as a mentor to more junior staff under the supervision of senior staff. Co-ordinate all accounting matters for clients, including regular reporting and attendance to board meetings and shareholder meetings (where applicable). Process and co-ordinate routine and complex fund accounting operations and accurate execution and recording of all related activities. Adherence to all company workflows, policies and procedures, accounting standards and regulations, providing challenge to these as appropriate to ensure efficiency of the business unit. SKILLS,KNOWLEDGE &EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Detailed knowledge of the Irish Fund Administration environment 2+ years demonstrable experience of working in a funds environment at a senior level,and strong knowledge of associated accounts preparation. Understanding of the requirements of quality client service. Up to date and strong knowledge of IFRS Irish and US GAAP. Ability to demonstrate a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. Deadline oriented; ability to work collaboratively and flexibly. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, together with attention to detail, are required to develop close working relationships with colleagues, clients and business contacts. Sound technical financial services knowledge including up to date knowledge of regulatory and legal requirements. Self-starter and highly motivated PREFERRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Professional accounting qualification (ACCA / ACA / CPA)